1. DAIRY

2. Dairy food nutrition Calcium Protein Vitamin A Vitamin D

3. Dairy food nutrition Strong bones kids teens adults Strong teeth Blood clotting Muscle contraction Nerve transmission

4. How much calcium is needed? Children, 1 to 3 years700 milligrams/day Children, 4 to 8 years1,000 milligrams/day Children, 9 to13 years1300 milligrams/day Teens, 14 to 18 years1300 milligrams/day Men and Women, 19 to 50 years 1000 milligrams/day Men and Women, over 50 years 1200 milligrams/day Pregnancy and Lactation, under 18 years/over 18 years 1300/1000 milligrams/day

5. How much calcium per serving? 1 cup low fat yogurt 370 milligrams 1 cup low fat milk 300 milligrams 1 ounce cheese 200 – 270 milligrams ½ cup broccoli 50 milligrams

6. blood pressure weight cancer risk Dairy foods are reaching new heights

7. Dairy foods and blood pressure Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension D A S H

8. DASH and dairy foods Calcium may help lower blood pressure Fruits and vegetables may also help DASH Diet: less meat and fat more fruits and vegetables (8 to 10 servings/day) more low fat dairy (2 to 3 servings/day at least)

9. Dairy foods may help control weight too!

10. New research about dairy foods and calcium May reduce risk of colon cancer May reduce risk of breast cancer More research needed Probably as part of a HEALTHY DIET

11. Activity is also important Remember that regular, moderate physical activity is also important for: Good bone health Lower blood pressure Reduced cancer risk Weight maintenance

12. Graphics: Microsoft Word Adapted from materials developed by: Janet Tietyen, PhD, RD, LD Extension Specialist for Food and Nutrition 2003 Jackie Walters, MBA, RD, LD Extension Specialist for Nutrition Education Programs September 2012 Copyright © 2003, 2012, for materials developed by University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension. This publication may be reproduced in portions or its entirety for educational or nonprofit purposes only. Permitted users shall give credit to the author(s) and include this copyright notice. Educational programs of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension serve all people regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.